SWIFT/BIC code GGVCESB1XXX

GGVCESB1XXX belongs to G.v.c. General de Valores y Cambios , S.a., S.v.b. in Barcelona, Spain.

GGVCESB1XXX

Code details

SWIFT/BIC codeGGVCESB1XXX
8-character codeGGVCESB1
Branch codeXXX
BankG.v.c. General de Valores y Cambios , S.a., S.v.b.
BranchHead office
CityBarcelona
CountrySpain

The way the G.v.c. General de Valores y Cambios , S.a., S.v.b. SWIFT/BIC is built up

A SWIFT/BIC code has 8 or 11 characters. Each part has a fixed meaning:

GGVC Bank code
4 letters that identify the bank.
ES Country code
2 letters for the country (ISO 3166).
B1 Location code
2 characters for the city or region of the head office.
XXX Branch code
3 characters for a specific branch. XXX means the head office.

Check before you send

  • Ask the recipient which bank and branch the account is held at.
  • Use the head office code (XXX) when no branch is specified.
  • Make sure the country in the code matches the country of the account.

Frequently asked questions

Which institution is behind SWIFT code GGVCESB1XXX?

The code GGVCESB1XXX belongs to the main office of G.v.c. General de Valores y Cambios , S.a., S.v.b. in Barcelona, Spain. Use it when you send money to an account at G.v.c. General de Valores y Cambios , S.a., S.v.b..

What happens if I enter GGVCESB1XXX incorrectly?

Your transfer can bounce, get stuck or cost extra. Double-check GGVCESB1XXX against the details from G.v.c. General de Valores y Cambios , S.a., S.v.b. before you confirm.

Are GGVCESB1 and GGVCESB1XXX the same SWIFT code?

Yes. GGVCESB1 is the short version of GGVCESB1XXX. XXX simply refers to the head office, so either version will reach G.v.c. General de Valores y Cambios , S.a., S.v.b. in Barcelona.

How long does a transfer to G.v.c. General de Valores y Cambios , S.a., S.v.b. take?

SEPA payments in euros normally arrive the next business day. Payments in other currencies can take 2–4 business days.

Do I need GGVCESB1XXX for a euro transfer to Spain?

Spain is part of the SEPA area. When you send euros the IBAN normally suffices. If you send another currency you do need GGVCESB1XXX.

What does each part of GGVCESB1XXX stand for?

GGVC is the bank code of G.v.c. General de Valores y Cambios , S.a., S.v.b., ES is the ISO code of Spain, B1 is the location code and XXX marks the main office.

Source: listbase-org SWIFT/BIC database (MIT licence), updated monthly. Always verify the code with the recipient or their bank.